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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Wrist Be Treated?

Hello I was playing fortnite and I got angry cause I got one pumped and I slammed the right pinky side of my upper wrist on the corner of my dresser and now it is warm it tingles and it is swollen I am also in able to move my fingers without pain but I m scared to tell my mom what should I do
Tue, 16 Apr 2019
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Hello,

I would like to give some tests:
1. Electrodiagnostic testing (electromyography and nerve conduction velocity)
2. Wrist USG
3. Test for rheumatoid factor and anti-citrullinated protein antibodies
4. Complete Blood Count

I would like to ask you:
1. is there any numbness or tingling sensation?
2. is there any swollen part in any other areas?

Although I suspect this is from injury, I take no risk and check all other parameters which can cause swollen wrist.
Now, I will give you treatment:
1. Ibuprofen as needed
2. Paracetamol as needed.
You can use these two drugs alternatively.

Also follow these guidelines:
1. Rest the joint 2. Ice the injured area to reduce swelling 3. Compress the swelling with an elastic bandage 4. Elevate the injured area. Do not worry. It will take a few days to weeks.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician

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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Wrist Be Treated?

Hello, I would like to give some tests: 1. Electrodiagnostic testing (electromyography and nerve conduction velocity) 2. Wrist USG 3. Test for rheumatoid factor and anti-citrullinated protein antibodies 4. Complete Blood Count I would like to ask you: 1. is there any numbness or tingling sensation? 2. is there any swollen part in any other areas? Although I suspect this is from injury, I take no risk and check all other parameters which can cause swollen wrist. Now, I will give you treatment: 1. Ibuprofen as needed 2. Paracetamol as needed. You can use these two drugs alternatively. Also follow these guidelines: 1. Rest the joint 2. Ice the injured area to reduce swelling 3. Compress the swelling with an elastic bandage 4. Elevate the injured area. Do not worry. It will take a few days to weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician